Original artwork description:

“Metamorphoses – Medusa” is a contemporary painting inspired by Ovid’s ancient myth. A sculptural figure of Medusa emerges in the foreground, calm yet powerful, while the original Latin verses from Metamorphoses appear behind her as expressive handwritten text. The dripping letters evoke the passage of time and the intensity of her transformation.
Rendered with a balance of softness and strength, Medusa is reinterpreted not as a monster but as a symbol of beauty, vulnerability, and resilience. Her serpentine hair creates a dynamic aura around her, and her downward gaze reflects centuries of myth and meaning. This work blends classical narrative with modern expression to offer a renewed vision of the legendary Gorgon.

Materials used:

Acrylic, marker and spray on canvas

Tags:

#contemporary #blue #modern art #sculpture #classical #female figure #mythology #medusa #transformation #ovid #symbolism acrylic #latin text